Good News

On May 4th (May the 4th be with you indeed), we were connected with a birthmother in the Atlanta area. Things have progressed very well and we have started what seems to be a lasting relationship. We speak almost everyday and learn more about each other. She would like an open adoption and that fills our hearts with joy. I am grateful it is all of our intent to provide baby girl (yes, it's a girl) with endless opportunities to know how loved she is by all of her parents.  I will be traveling to Atlanta in early July to meet with her (Jim was invited of course, but for a "last minute" trip, we thought it would be easier for just one of us to travel).  Baby girl is due in August. We are very hopeful and excited. Our plan is to take things day by day, knowing this is all in God's hands.
Thank you for your continued prayers and support. We promise to keep you posted.

Baby Meek Coming April 2016

We had another lovely visit a few weeks ago - probably one of the best. Sunday evening we went to dinner and had a great time getting to know one another better and sharing stories. Monday morning was another check-in with the OBGYN to hear the babies beautiful heartbeat - strong at 154 beats per minute. Shortly afterwards, we headed down the street to the hospital for the sonogram.  The nurse was very kind to let our entourage in for the viewing, and we're so grateful she did because it was one of, if not the best experiences of our life.
The room was dark and there was Christmas music playing softly in the background. The nurse explained that the whole sonogram would take about 40 minutes. Jim and I stood back in the dark corner trying to stay out of the way. The birthmother made a point to make sure the nurse knew that it's important that Jim and I can see everything. We reassured her that we had a great view. She squirted the gel on her belly, and instantly the baby appeared. Fluttering heartbeat and arms and legs bouncing about - so much in fact, it was difficult to get a good profile pic as the baby kept "looking at the camera".   I couldn't hold back the hot tears running down my cheeks. So many thoughts were crossing my mind; how much I love Jim, how grateful and blessed we are to have been connected so early on in our adoption journey, how my motherly instincts are already kicking in - worrying about every last detail of this baby & the adoption process, how long and trying this road has been leading up to this moment as we get to see our beautiful baby, and how anxious we are for April when we get to become parents.

We are excited to announce that BABY GIRL MEEK is coming in April 2016.

Baby Girl Meek looking at us!